Info. Systems/Business Analyst II

The Department of Mental Health is a drug-free workplace. All candidates will be required to pass a mandatory pre-employment drug test.

This position is located at the Department of Mental Health Crafts-Farrow, 7901 Farrow Rd, Columbia, SC 29203.

Analyzes, designs, codes, and implements systems using INFORMIX-4gl and INFORMIX SQL. Works with users and IT personnel to develop new systems or modify existing systems.

Assists users with billing issues or questions. Responsible for monthly billing duties and reporting to management the status of projects and assignments.

Minimum and Additional

Requirements:State

Minimum Requirements:

A high school diploma and experience in computer system development and modification. A bachelor's degree in a related area may be substituted for the required work experience.

Agency Minimum Requirements:

A bachelor's degree in computer science or a related area and experience in computer system development and modification. Relevant experience may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Note: If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.

Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner. Ability to work effectively with users, vendors, and other IT personnel.

Additional Comments:Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.

A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the employment application. The employment application will be considered incomplete and not forwarded.

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